Big Shots Myrtle Beach Tip Off: New Faces, Pt I
There’s still some new faces making their names on the grassroots stage at Big Shots, even with the final event of the 2020 season. Here’s Part I of a look at some new faces from Big Shots Myrtle Beach Tip…
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Continue ReadingThere’s still some new faces making their names on the grassroots stage at Big Shots, even with the final event of the 2020 season. Here’s Part I of a look at some new faces from Big Shots Myrtle Beach Tip Off in the 2023 class.
Luis Rivera Luis Rivera 6'5" | PF Triad Math & Science Academy | 2023 State NC | 6’5 Forward/Center | 2023 | CSB Select
Rivera is a big body in the post that battles on both ends. He’s still learning to keep up with the speed of the game and as he does, look for his ceiling to grow. He’s got nice hands in the post and does well to establish position in the paint in order to be a presence.
Darius Caldwell Darius Caldwell 6'2" | CG Glenn | 2023 State NC | 6’2 Wing | 2023 | CSB Elite
Caldwell was a top performer for CSB Elite on the 15U stage. He led the division with 11 made 3-pointers while showing his consistency as a 3-point marksmen on the perimeter. He produced 15.7 ppg and finished as a top scorer in the division when it was all said and done.
Nakhi Benjamin Nakhi Benjamin 6'2" | CG Wakefield | 2023 State NC | 6’2 Guard | 2023 | Triangle Tarheels
Benjamin made an appearnace with the Triangle Tarheels this past weekend and didn’t miss a beat. He finished atop the division in ppg (18.7) and total points (56) to lead his squad to a productive 2-1 with some competitive games. He put up 25 points against Team Trezz .
Nigel Lucas Nigel Lucas 6'1" | CG Wake Forest | 2023 State NC | 6’1 Guard/Forward | 2023 | Triangle Tarheels
Lucas was another relentless backcourt presence for the Triangle Tarheels. He posted 25 points in their final game of the weekend to show his growth by the end of it all. He knocked down four 3-pointers and averaged 18.3 ppg at Big Shots Myrtle Beach Tip Off to show he’s a name to watch in the 2023 class.
Justin Burden Justin Burden 6'4" | SF Cape Fear | 2022 State NC | 6’4 Wing/Forward | 2023 | NC Nets
Burden is an explosive prospect that likes to battle in the paint and play above the rim. He’s got a nice feel for rebounding and starting the break while using his size and athleticism. He’ll be an exciting face in the Cape Fear rotation to watch alongside Treymane Parker Treymane Parker 6'3" | CG OT Elite | 2023 #169 Nation GA .